These Budget Golf Clubs Will SHOCK THE WORLD - HUGE PROBLEM FOR BIG BRANDS!

[@craigallen5029]

This has been a great 4 part mini series James. Ive enjoyed every minute of it. I already knew that you don't have to spend the inheritance to play decent golf because, well, ive watched your videos for a long time now but for anyone new to your channel, this could be a real eye opener. Keep up the good work buddy. Getting pretty chilly here in Missouri. Golfs bout done for awhile.

[@kevinbrown8594]

My bag has a original resale value of $3450, but I only spent $1375 on the clubs, all new except for a demo Cobra LTDx 5 wood and a demo Odyessy Toulon Austin putter. I purchased all of the other clubs right after the release of the following years models. There is value out there if you don't have to have the newest and shiniest things out. I know I could have gone lower with second hand clubs but, for me, removing the plastic from a new golf club is such a awesome time.

[@johnwallace520]

Mizuno T-Zoids never fail to impress. Great clubs 20 odd years ago and still great clubs today.

[@summerman2]

They are some of the best most forgiving best feeling forged clubs ever made. These got me into forged clubs.

[@stevefletcher7531]

I still use my Ping Eye 2s, and i also have a set of Mizuno MX15 irons, which i absolutely love, 3-SW cost me 200 quid, brand new. Was then playing off 7, and the first time i used them, never having hit even one of them before, i shot a 2 over gross from the back tees.

[@coreyperrien]

I really enjoyed this series. Please do it again with a high handicapper..Thank you!!😊

[@reczy]

Very much enjoyed this mini series. I don’t think the outcome is a surprise, because golf equipment only ever improves marginally on older equipment. The main thing you highlighted for me is that golf doesn’t need shiny new bats every year to be enjoyed. I’m firmly in the “run what you brung” club. There’s nowhere on the scorecard to write what clubs you game, only a box for the score.

[@AlabamaGolfer]

To me, many golf clubs are like you mentioned about the expensive watch or pen, they’re like jewelry. There may be slight performance upgrades, but the cost to upgrade ratio is generally not very good for the consumer. When I started playing golf again, I bought a set of Stix clubs just to see if I wanted to play regularly again. When I realized I still loved golf like I did when I was younger, I bought new Pings, Vokey wedges, and a PLD putter (now using a Scotty Cameron). Did my handicap improve after spending four times as much? Not immediately. I’ve gotten better through practice and lessons, but it wasn’t really the clubs. But they are pretty. 😂

[@oldsarge6368]

correct can't buy a swing clubs, balls are all the same I'm 73 and still use forged blades from 1970. metal woods and new golf balls are longer, but all the same.

[@tommyhall7043]

@@oldsarge6368good on you 😎

[@indydawson]

Exactly. Those of us who are privilged to have a discretionary income availble for spoiling ourselves enjoy buying good quality merchandise whether its shoes, clothes, etc., we like enjoying life's finer things. And, for a golfer there is no sweeter pleasure than buying something new for the bag.

[@andybt3989]

@@oldsarge6368I played a round with blades and couldn’t get on with them. You can’t buy a good game, but you can certainly buy a bad game.

[@indydawson]

@@andybt3989 Tru Dat!!!

[@summerman2]

MX20s were Mizuno's best irons. forgiving and accurate and feel so nice.

[@stevetierney2630]

You're in agreement with many in the "Mizuno Community", that the MX-20 & MX-23 range, were the finest irons ever produced.

[@randyhitchens5918]

This has been a great video and shows just how little you have to spend to enjoy golf. Wish I had seen this before being fitted for new Mizuno irons 2 weeks ago.

[@Spenceee_]

I remember getting the G5 3wood and 5wood my senior year in high school and loving them. Played them forever and they still hold us as great fairway finders when needed.

[@jackbailey7184]

James I are 78, and this takes me back to when I started my set of irons did not have grooves just dimples but loved them.

[@ndmagic99]

Best video you’ve ever done. You’re one of the only reviewers that asks the question properly. Most ask “is this older/cheaper/dtc/etc club as good as the new ping/callaway/etc?” The proper question is “is the new ping/callaway/etc really $100-250 better than this old/cheap/dtc club?” The answer is almost always no.

[@JamesRobinsonGolf]

Thanks buddy that means so much

[@sstormin61]

Thanks James. Enjoyed this very much. Still playing my 1996 Wilsons and still loving them.

[@JayPlautz]

Every new golfer should watch this series. It shows you how little equipment matters. Save $$, get lessons.

[@Phi1l]

I've always said investing in lessons & spending time at the range gets way better results than changing equipment - unless perhaps your set is over 30 years old lol!

[@tobychunn]

I think this video shows that an above average single digit handicap player can play with just about anything. Us more challenged player may need more forgiving tech.

[@iaindarby8339]

Great video James ive bee playing with the mx20 iorns since they came out many many years ago and i still love them

[@julianroberts698]

Cracking golf yet again. On 🔥

[@golfbn]

I can see how in the right hands the clubs make little or no difference, but I am a mid hdcp and the forgiveness in some of the newer irons and drivers I believe do help, I have the Ping G425 and when I hit a high toe shot I am always impressed with how little distance and accuracy I lose. If nothing else just the confidence I gain with whatever club I have in hand means I have a better chance of hitting a good shot IMO. Great video btw.

[@roberthudson3571]

Some great golf today James. Well done. After the’purchase’ video I got out my old nubbins putter. Putted like a demon. lol. Just goes to show.

[@behrmadeyagolf5100]

Would have liked to have seen the comparison between a budget Walmart set compared to the high dollar clubs. Yes, one set was substantially cheaper than the other both sets were top of the line quality clubs of there day. How would a cheap retail set compare. I could only imagine you would notice a huge decrease in distance.

[@bazglend]

Mizuno mx20 and the TM nubbins were both in my bag back in the day, got me down to single figures. Could never take to TM or callaway irons. Mizuno were always better for me, great feeling quality clubs.

[@larryd4352]

I have a newer set of Irons, fairway woods and driver...I purchased them back in 2009. I played quite a few rounds before it was discovered I had a cancerous spot on my left shoulder blade. After it was removed and I recovered, I went to play in a golf tournament raising money for the Shriner's Children's Hospital. The two gentlemen I played with were both beginners. It was a Texas Scramble, all the other teams had 4 players, so my youngest teammate was actually pretty long off the tee, so we both took extra drives on alternate holes. My partners only accounted for an Eagle putt on our last hole after I hit a 320 yard drive on the Par 5...which won me a $100 Callaway Gift Card. I was pretty proud of our score...as we shot a 7 under par 65. But, it just goes to show you it's not the clubs..it's the golfer! At my local club, I enjoy taking out my vintage, 1965 Wilson Staff Fluid Feel irons, and playing with them! When I hit them properly, I don't notice any difference in how they feel! And, they are really fun to play with!

[@briangray00]

It's you the golfer; not the clubs, once they are fit for purpose,. that truth is self-evident. That said it's fun researching, acquiring, testing, (discarding-not so much!). My *most* disappointing set of clubs were the set that I believed would improve my game, before I tried them. The most fun were the set I wasn't expecting when I bought a trolley bag and they were *unexpected* extras. The set of 50 year old Ping Karsten's that my brother intercepted at the tip run them close. There are a few superior ways to get better at golf than spending lots of money on clubs. I think the video demonstrates the point very well. a)Time/Practise b) Analysis/Coaching c)Beer - don't overdo it, though.

[@jeffreidenbaughs9707]

Just proves… it’s who’s using the clubs more than the clubs themselves…

[@stevetierney2630]

The Mizuno irons were top tier when they came out and looking at their condition, it was like playing an almost new set.

[@andybt3989]

Though better results are obtained with playing with clubs matched to your ability. These were top irons in their day.

[@Chyeahokay]

A solid swing and understanding of the game, will always be more important than the club.

[@andybt3989]

@@Chyeahokay because you’ll learn to understand the importance of using suitable clubs for your ability. Buying clubs that are the right flex for starters! Trying clubs out and buying them on how well you get on with them and not on looks.

[@stevenray8022]

What a fun round. My budget was slightly more $150 for the irons, Really enjoyed putting together a budget set I love playing with. Still working on a driver, so it was eye opening, to see how well the launcher did.

[@davidthomas4877]

Just bought my 5th club from GolfClubs4cash, love them. I was fitted for Zrixon Zr5 irons last year...last week I was looking to see if I could get a bag of clubs for under £350 and sell the Srixons. I did manage it but have yet to take the plunge...Great set of films.

[@rockrugbyref]

Fun little contest. I'm a big fan of Ebay for clubs. Just bought a brand new set of Srixon ZX 4 irons (previous model) for $630, and a close to new Odyssey Versa 7 for $150. I saw the same putter in the store for $260.

[@brettsiegle9163]

Loved the series, James; great entertainment! Definitely shows, you can spend high dollars for a name or specific type of club, but those muscle back P7TW are not forgiving at all, and a budget older driver won’t go significantly shorter - short game is always king, invest the money in your game and time, not the tools.

[@fretless05]

Great series of videos. It's certainly a lot to think about, and even further down this rabbit-hole, old clubs can be fit and adjusted to play really well for your swing regardless of handicap. Golf has so many variables, but one thing I can say is that the better a player is at ball-striking, the more flexibility they have with clubs, as most clubs hit from the center will perform similarly. I'm not sure that it's only important to get new tech for forgiveness if you don't strike it well, but then, that's also where lessons would be a good place to put your money. Another thing I've learned is that even after you buy a bag, fill it with clubs, plus balls, etc., paying greens fees is still not cheap! The cost of playing is actually the biggest impediment for golf being a game for anyone. p.s., I stuck around for the end and am expecting a birdie or par since you're swinging it well today... not expecting a crash and burn, but it is golf....

[@DJStead1960]

Really enjoyed watching this mini-series. I have an old R5 quad driver that I use in Spain. It’s 15-20 yards shorter than my Rogue, but a great go to driver on shorter holes where I need accuracy over distance.

[@Gaelic3]

I got the same irons and a Ping G10 driver after taking up golf again after a long break. This video confirms that they weren't bad picks.

[@12Focus123]

Enjoyed both the expensive and cheap videos. Keep them coming. But just shows a lot of the time it's the workman and not his tools to blame

[@Paul-cm7ie]

Great video. Really interesting to put both budget clubs and expensive clubs to the test. Good commentary throughout the round.

[@Alandale45]

Thanks for a great video. I always thought the sets like the paradym will be the budget set in 2030. There isn't the room for a fundamental change in golf technology. Performance will always depend on the ability of the person holding the club. This is great news for people starting out in the game and Collectors of classic gear.😂

[@nathe3171]

I forget who I heard it from, but this video demonstrates it. "It's the archer, not the arrow." I think it shows with your other review videos as well. The equipment isn't all the different between manufacturers and it hasn't changed that much over the years. You might get a few extra yards, but it's all about you and your swing. If you get the equipment in the correct specs, it then comes down to you. This video helped me make up my mind to get fit on what specs I need, but go to the secondhand market to get the equipment.

[@chriswray983]

I think it comes down to how the club feels when you hit them and as long as you enjoy using your clubs regardless of price it does not matter -- well played by the way on both rounds

[@shawntaylor7442]

I recently put my Titleist 731PM irons back in the bag. I usually play AP3s. I hit some great shots with the old 731s. Biggest difference is forgiveness. Tons more tech in the AP3s. Still had a great time with my older irons. Just need some newer and bigger grips

[@leemichael7313]

Nice round James! That was fun to watch and see that it’s more the person swinging the club along with course management that prevails.

[@Jules551]

Definitely do more of these James, that was superb content , I play off 1 and I still use Maxfli a10 tour limited irons , yes I've got expensive woods and wedges and putter , but my irons I won't replace I still love them ......

[@mariofonseca9267]

Well done James!! I knew this would be the result when you were picking the clubs at The shop. Why did I know? I have several sets of quasi vintage clubs in my workshop that whenever I take them out perform beautifully (ie Mizuno Tzoid Pro or Mizuno MX23). The modern players distance clubs are a club longer but who cares I should ask more often….. loft is loft!! The surprise for me was the driver. Shock actually!! This was a brilliant idea for a video series. Well done.

[@peteredwards7114]

I love watching these Golf clubs for Cash videos. I’d like to see you do a series with other golfers to see what sort of combinations others would choose and also if they can make the clubs work for them.

[@Seleeks]

Feels like a good golfer playing! I just purchased a set of Mizuno T-Zoid Sure irons on eBay after watching your video. I'll let you know how well they perform for me. Thanks again.

[@mikeb3835]

I bought that exact Cleveland Launcher driver back in 2006. It was in mint condition and came with a head cover, and I only paid $49 for it at the time.

[@David-et3qx]

Really enjoyed this series, just started playing golf in my 50's spent about £500 on some second hand Ping clubs and a Hipo putter (no idea what quality it is) but when I have a bad day, think maybe its the clubs but really its my ability. Hopefully will improve with time and will stick with the clubs. This just shows that it is ability over clubs.

[@devivoman]

I would stress the difference (might even make good content) between spending $300 on a set like this and buying a set of 14 clubs and a bag from a big box store for $300 for beginner golfers. Too often I see perspective golfers asking if a used set of top flite or Wilson all in one sets used for $200 is a good deal or not, and other golfers reply “it’ll be a good beginner set”. Giving a beginner golfer poor quality unforgiving clubs is not how you get someone in the sport. Get them a set of Cleveland hi-bore or something like that that pretty much hits the ball for you. That will get them into and keep them into golf. Good golfing James!

[@darrengriffiths8708]

Great set of videos James. Especially loved seeing that Cleveland Launcher driver. I had one of those and loved it! Probably still lurking somewhere deep in the shed....

[@newsbluestv3163]

I'm like you James, love seeing the underdog kick the rear end of very expensive sets. Some nice golf played with both sets James. Well done, was nice to see that time and money does not always buy a game.

[@mattharvey968]

I’m using Callaway Diablo edge irons, Taylormade burner driver and Cleveland cg/14 wedges.

[@DrRockso.]

James, the Takomo bag is nice, but it's nice to see you with a proper bag.

[@flyfish1127]

A super video and topic. One might surmise that for over 95% of us golfers (including single digit players) pricey clubs for most part will not improve our game. Practice, playing more and occasional lessons will prove more beneficial.

[@ryanj7185]

Appreciate the daily videos.

[@j0917DW]

Loved it!!! I just bought the Paradym and only had a chance to go the range once but many many years ago I had the Cleveland Launcher 400 driver with the yellow gold shaft.

[@garethevans2185]

Great video - and like so many others have said you cant buy the game. What you can buy though is loads of upgrades. your cheap set still has value to be P/X for something newer, you could change your clubs a fair few times over a season by staying in the budget to mid end and still lose way less than the new sparkly toys. However, everyone loves sparkles...🙂

[@donbernhardt2424]

love these sorts of videos. thanks for doing it James

[@roberthaynes8677]

Great video - very interesting. I hardly ever buy anything new. In the last 20 years I’ve bought a new putter and a new set of wedges

[@colinb9183]

Ide love to see a mid hcap golfer try both sets and see the results 🤔

[@stevetierney2630]

The MX-20's would come out on top all day long.

[@charlietaylor4978]

Great set of videos James, You look as if your golf is spot on at the moment.We golfers change clubs because we believe the hype from the manufacturers that their clubs will go further be earier to hit and never miss a green.We won`t admit that the problem is with the golfer not the clubs so we try to buy a good golf game

[@mikevreeland8889]

Last winter I had knee surgery. Feeling sorry for myself I bought new irons. That was a mistake, not because they are bad, but because my old Callaway X2 Hots are every bit as good.

[@redgreen01]

Everyone loves the underdog coming out on top...good job and your consistent swing in both vids was amazing.

[@micksumo]

It proves that you don't need anything expensive. My bag cost me pretty much the price of a modern day driver. Where it's worth the investment is driver and especially putter. The clubs that you'll hit 40 to 50 shots with in a round. I've just bought the pxg gen 5 after watching your video upgrading from the M2.

[@markweber4678]

Fun video. New clubs are sexy, but a good reminder that it can be fun to play with quality older equipment too. Thanks! (I’ll be interested to see a video on the Cleveland Launcher 460 driver as I still have one sitting in the closet. Perhaps I should get it out for fun.)

[@richardjacobs7632]

I’m back to hitting my Cobra Fly Z driver James! I just like the sound feel and performance! Thanks

[@willscarborough9089]

Played with my brother in law last week. On a long par 3 he took out an almost brand new Ping 4 hybrid. I took out a 1980s Ping eye 2 copper 4 iron with a G Loomis shaft 🤪. We both hit it about 200, mine stopped after one bounce, and par’d. I don’t mind expensive clubs but your swing and confidence matter more.

[@mariofonseca9267]

G Loomis. Now we talking.

[@willscarborough9089]

@@mariofonseca9267 all I know is I can hit it to the moon and it’ll stop on a dime 🤷🏼🤪

[@mariofonseca9267]

@@willscarborough9089 that’s awesome. Had them in some Mizuno’s Mp29 I think.

[@pauld3638]

Whart a great test James , many thanks. I'll stick with my Taylormade RAC wedges now

[@bluetoughguy]

I love that you won with a set 1/10th the price! Amazing!

[@grahampatching2717]

Wow you have really opened my eyes and changed my mind in me having to buy newer and better clubs James so thank you for helping me save my money, cheers mate. Oh I think you will par the last hole.

[@hipcheck9000]

Awesome series! I think new clubs with better tech help higher handicaps get lower. Once you get better, the less new or newer clubs help because your skill level doesnt need the help or forgiveness. Hope i explained that well enough.

[@johnrachcoff6928]

James the tzoids are still high quality forged Japanese irons and played beautifully just as a Mizuno should. Nothing feels like a Mizuno and if was starting out again I buy a set of preloved forged Japanese irons ahead of new “game improvement “ irons

[@TheEdiaz91]

Those mizuno MX20s were my first set of clubs and I wish I didn’t sell them. I have JPx23s now but I’d like to have them to just go mess around the course with

[@FLefty18]

Cleveland Launcher Comp was one of my favorite drivers ever with a Tour Vista shaft.

[@markreider9663]

Very fun video!! Just goes to show that the oldies are still good clubs to play with.

[@tomb9658]

I played the Mizuno MX-20s for 15 years. Good irons.

[@jazzman7ful]

James, you just proved if the swing is good it doesn't matter if you don't have the perfect set of clubs.

[@stevetierney2630]

But in many ways, the Mizuno irons were a far better set than the much more expensive ones.

[@geoffbridgeman4625]

Used to have mx 20’s, ping g5 3 wood and nubbins putter, good clubs so no surprise you did well with them

[@Crumbleofborg]

Well played, James. I think we always suspected that it's the player's skill that matters, the actual clubs make very little practical difference.

[@mikeperks1175]

Really enjoyed this set of videos - more please - how about taking a kid or high h’cap golfer (your dad?) and specifying a well matched heap set

[@rileyfisher1984]

I’m a big fan of deals on clubs. I have some Adam’s idea black cb2 irons and TM atv wedges (56&60) I got for $25CAD (15 GBP) and just this year picked up a TM m6 3 wood for $110cad (64gbp) and a TM m4 (2021) driver for $150cad (87gbp)

[@petemajor4454]

My mate had those & I played the T-Zoid Pros. Prob classed as semi blades today.

[@YayaGolf777]

Video shmidio, bro you have a great short game. Those were some great chip shots. Seem like you had some tight lies and you pulled of some great yet difficult short chips. Nice job. You may want to bag em! 👏

[@JamesRobinsonGolf]

Thanks buddy. Me and Chris have worked really hard on it

[@MaxwellGolf]

James I must say. Your putting has been fantastic lately. Nice job. It’s way cooler to be known as a great putter than a long hitter. Agree?

[@JamesRobinsonGolf]

I think it probably is now yeah lol

[@bluetoughguy]

I wish that we had good options like this in the USA. The area I live, I can't think of a single place that has a selection as good as that Golf clubs for cash location! That is insane!!!

[@evacox-fm7ze]

I played in Italy this summer and had to hire clubs. I got a set of Paradigms - wow thought I. I played an abysmal round and longed for my old set all the time😊

[@curtisleddy2356]

Absolutely loved this series! Thank you!

[@mikepainter2135]

James, I think if you played nine holes with a bag full of broom handles, you would still manage to shoot a good score.

[@adrianlovett3483]

Great videos. I think if you are a solid golfer clubs are feel and looks because you hit them well . If your a higher handicapper clubs in your spec designed for max help I think do make a difference.

[@mattrichards3070]

These will always be the best videos! That Titleist looked tasty and has made me scour eBay.

[@stephenbeach1933]

You now need to go back and get those MacGregor Jack Nicklaus Muirfield's, now they are a real set of butter-knifes, I used to game the 2 iron from that set as a 200 yard fairway finder in the 1980s

[@markbolton4142]

James, I love these videos they are great kept up the good work! i think you are going to finish 3 under, you should have added 5 to 10 yards on that elevated green

[@shanedevalera]

I really enjoyed this series. Makes me wonder why I purchased new irons….

[@Hunter-zp5hd]

I still like using my Titleist 905R driver. No, it’s not as long as say, a Paradym, but it was $80. I hit a couple of drives over 280, and popped one out 293. Stayed in or close to the fairway all day long. But the shaft matters. It has a Graphite Design YS-6+ stiff in it, and that is my favorite shaft ever.

[@mariofonseca9267]

That shaft was fantastic. I had that same club in 10.5 and hit the longest drive ever in a tournament at 313yds using a Titleist Pro v1. Insane combination I have not been able to replicate since.

[@raymondlogan2400]

Brilliant golf James really enjoyed this challenge. If you have it doesn't matter what tools you use.

[@chrismartin8489]

James! Who makes that golfbag? I have been looking for one with those side club pockets for a long time. Thanks!

[@MidlifeGolfCrisis]

It was fun to watch you select the bargain clubs.... I love how your affinity for quality clubs kept creeping up and you had to talk yourself back down from spending too much. Relatable.

[@stevetierney2630]

The funny thing is though, you managed to pick what many in the Mizuno community, consider to be the finest irons (MX-20's and MX-23's) that Mizuno have ever produced.

[@abcoffee772]

Great series James - makes me confident in my old-but-not-too-old equipment

[@brianfelloney61]

That was a great video. I now have to re-think my spending tactics….

[@JamesRobinsonGolf]

Thanks Brian!

[@stevenblain2387]

James, the cheap set is still top rated brand clubs just a little older. Try a cheaper brand like topflite complete set against Taylormade or Callaway or Titleist or Ping ,s best 2023 or 2024,s best clubs.

[@colinwalker8807]

Don’t be so hard on yourself James! I wish I could hit fairway every tee shot! Guess you’ve proved it’s just about what fills you with confidence spending wise! Put it this way mine help me!!!😊

[@tekepenguin1981]

Great performance from cheap clubs. Could easily have gotten this under 200$ without the Titleist U club and a cheap Karsten or Answer putter for 10 bucks that still feels great. Most people have a putter or a friend pushing them to get into the game that likely has a decent flat stick you could get for cheap or free.

[@chadfette]

Great video and makes a person think more about changing things your playing well.